Nuclear DNA evidence in Gilgo Beach murder case scrutinized
Hearings began on whether cutting-edge DNA evidence will be allowed in Rex Heuermann's trial. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
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Hearings began on whether cutting-edge DNA evidence will be allowed in Rex Heuermann's trial. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
The hearing is happening Friday on Long Island in the case of accused serial killer Rex Heuermann.
CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff has more on what the district is doing to address the problem.
The New York State DMV is calling out the city's finance department for not using up-to-date information when writing parking tickets.
Detective Jonathan Diller was shot and killed in the line of duty in 2024. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
Detective Jonathan Diller was shot and killed during a traffic stop in Queens in 2024.
A retired high school teacher on Long Island is now helping hospital workers learn Spanish to better connect with patients.
It's been four years since an acid attack left a Long Island college student disfigured. Nafiah Ikram was attacked in her Elmont driveway.
Firefighters faced a grim task in Island Park after a devastating house fire. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Nassau County fire officials are searching for a missing elderly man after his Island Park home went up in flames.
A Long Island woman is accused of performing dental work without a license, operating a practice out of her home for nearly a decade. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Suffolk County police are looking for the driver whose car careened through a fence and crashed into a pool in Central Islip. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
A patient on Long Island is the first in New York to be cured of sickle cell anemia, doctors say. As CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports, they credit state-of-the-art genetic treatment.
A Long Island man was arraigned Wednesday on drugs, weapons and animal fighting charges.
A child in Suffolk County has tested positive for measles, health officials say.
An attempt to make s'mores accidentally sparked the massive brush fires that impacted the East End of Long Island, Suffolk County police said Monday.
Suffolk County officials provide an update after fire crews battled large wildfires over the weekend.
Strong wind gusts and dry conditions fueled the wildfires on Long Island.
Gov. Kathy Hochul issued a burn ban for Long Island, New York City and the Hudson Valley following the large wildfires.
The massive brush fire that impacted the East End of Long Island is no longer burning in Westhampton, but Forest Rangers worked all day on Sunday to contain the perimeter.
Crews are making progress extinguishing multiple wildfires in Suffolk County. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian reports.
Trellus launched in February, and it offers free, same-day delivery for local Long Island businesses. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Samuel Miele pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud back in November 2023 and admitted impersonating a high-ranking congressional aide while raising money for Santos' campaign.
A surprise anniversary party was thrown Wednesday on Long Island for a Holocaust survivor and his wife, who have been married for nearly 70 years. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan has the couple's emotional life story.
A multi-agency law enforcement team has taken down a large car theft ring on Long Island, authorities say.
The NYPD was called shortly before 9:30 a.m. to the Castle Hill Houses on Lacombe Avenue in the Castle Hill section of the borough.
Mamdani said will form his administration including deputy mayors and commissioners in the near future.
With a price tag of $1 billion, the DCS would give civilians some of the responsibilities currently handled by police officers.
It comes after last week's deadly storm brought damaging winds that knocked down trees around the city and the Tri-State Area.
Zohran Mamdani made free buses one of his signature policy proposals during the New York City mayor's race.
The NYPD was called shortly before 9:30 a.m. to the Castle Hill Houses on Lacombe Avenue in the Castle Hill section of the borough.
Mamdani said will form his administration including deputy mayors and commissioners in the near future.
With a price tag of $1 billion, the DCS would give civilians some of the responsibilities currently handled by police officers.
It comes after last week's deadly storm brought damaging winds that knocked down trees around the city and the Tri-State Area.
Zohran Mamdani made free buses one of his signature policy proposals during the New York City mayor's race.
It comes after last week's deadly storm brought damaging winds that knocked down trees around the city and the Tri-State Area.
Today is a First Alert Weather Day as we deal with the messy conditions, especially during the evening commute.
The system is expected to arrive sometime between Wednesday night and Thursday morning, with heavy rain, strong winds and coastal flooding.
The weekend is shaping up to be pretty decent, albeit on the cool side.
In the last few years, New York City has not had much snow, due to mild and dry winters.
It comes after last week's deadly storm brought damaging winds that knocked down trees around the city and the Tri-State Area.
McGreevey will take on James Solomon in a Dec. 2 runoff election in the race for mayor of Jersey City, the state's second-largest city.
Democrat Mikie Sherrill is set to be the next governor of New Jersey after she defeated Republican Jack Ciattarelli, CBS News projects.
Polling locations in New York City and New Jersey received threats early Tuesday morning.
Nick Mangold's family, friends and former New York Jets teammates celebrated his life and legacy.
The man with severe cognitive disabilities disappeared on Halloween and was found among the NYC Marathon crowd.
Omer Neutra, a Plainview, N.Y. native, was a captain with the IDF when he was kidnapped and killed by Hamas in the Oct. 7, 2023 attacks.
There's a crackdown in Suffolk County on Long Island on unlicensed limo drivers who aren't properly insured or registered with the state, and don't have safety equipment.
The National Weather Service reported 1.85 inches in Central Park, breaking the previous daily rainfall record of 1.64 inches set in 1917.
Amanda Fraser, 23, is charged with attempted murder in connection to the elder abuse case in Massapequa.
Mamdani said will form his administration including deputy mayors and commissioners in the near future.
With a price tag of $1 billion, the DCS would give civilians some of the responsibilities currently handled by police officers.
Zohran Mamdani made free buses one of his signature policy proposals during the New York City mayor's race.
McGreevey will take on James Solomon in a Dec. 2 runoff election in the race for mayor of Jersey City, the state's second-largest city.
The 34-year-old Queens Assemblyman will be the 111th mayor of New York City, and the city's first Muslim and first Indian American mayor.
New York City students interested in medicine are gaining experience before they even graduate, thanks to the program at Maimonides Health in Brooklyn.
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health challenges in the U.S., according to the National Alliance on Mental Health.
The next time you're buying something sweet at a New York City restaurant, you may notice a new warning comes with it.
The newly expanded facility will serve more than 30,000 children annually and is the borough's only pediatric trauma center.
The Womb Bus offers an opportunity for new and expecting moms to form a special bond.
"Wicked" star Jonathan Bailey has been named People magazine's 2025 Sexiest Man Alive.
Diane Ladd, the actor known for her Oscar-nominated roles in "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore," "Wild at Heart," and "Rambling Rose" has died.
Prince Andrew is being stripped of his titles and must surrender his lease to Royal Lodge, according to a statement from Buckingham Palace.
Five people have been federally charged in connection with the 2023 overdose death of actor Robert De Niro's grandson and two others, authorities said Thursday.
Tuesday's gathering was designed to celebrate the men and women from across the country who have risked their own lives to save others.
Marat Khusnutdinov tied it late in regulation and then scored the only goal in the shootout in Boston's 4-3 victory on Tuesday.
The Blueshirts were blanked 3-0 on Tuesday and have scored just six goals in six games on home ice this season.
The New York Jets pulled off a stunning trade with the Indianapolis Colts.
Williams was an All-Pro in the 2022 season, recording 12 sacks.
Towns also grabbed 13 rebounds as the Knicks stayed perfect at home with a 119-102 victory on Monday.
New York City students interested in medicine are gaining experience before they even graduate, thanks to the program at Maimonides Health in Brooklyn.
After a failed $13 million attempt to launch ferry service from Kaiser Park, the city is testing new waters off Steeplechase Pier.
Before the days of Google Maps, the Queens-native found street views in library books.
Officials say the site for a new elementary school in Brooklyn is safe, but some are skeptical because of lingering contamination from a decades-old Superfund site.
From Greenpoint community gardens to Governor's Island orchards, New Yorkers are reconnecting with the city's agricultural past through historic fruit trees.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
CBS News New York's John Elliott is calling for a high of 65, but say the chill will return a bit on Thursday.
Results show the Democrat took 56% of the vote, beating Republican challenger Jack Ciattarelli, who took 43%. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
The NYPD was called shortly before 9:30 a.m. Wednesday to the Castle Hill Houses on Lacombe Avenue, where they found four people dead inside an apartment. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin reports from the scene.
Mamdani said he will form his administration including deputy mayors and commissioners in the near future. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
Fresh off his victory in the New York City mayoral election, Zohran Mamdani unveiled his transition team Wednesday morning.
